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IELTS stands for the International English Language Testing System – an English Language proficiency test. For over 30 years, IELTS has set the standard for English language testing to help people achieve their professional, personal, and academic ambitions. More than 3.5 million test takers yearly appear for the IELTS test.

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The IELTS test assesses your English language proficiency in four skill sets: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.
You can appear for the test in two ways - Pen and paper-based and IELTS on Computer.
Thousands of prestigious universities and colleges worldwide recognise IELTS results as proof of English language proficiency.
The fee for IELTS on Computer and IELTS on Paper tests is Rs. 17,000
The IELTS test is scored on a band scale ranging from 0 to 9. Each section (Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking) receives a band score, and an overall band score is calculated based on the average of the four sections.
The IELTS scores are valid for 2 years.

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MODES OF DELIVERY
There are two modes of delivery , Paper Based test and Computer based test

Paper Based Test

The Pen and paper based test is the traditional format where you must complete the Listening, Reading, and Writing sections using a physical test booklet and answer sheet. The Speaking test is conducted in person with an examiner. For this format of the test, you will be provided with question booklets and answer sheets for respective sections. You must write and complete the test in the allocated time.

Computer Based Test

The Computer delivered exam is an alternative format to the traditional paper-based test. It allows you to complete your listening, reading and writing sections on a computer at the ease of your home or any location with a stable internet connection. However, the speaking test is conducted in person with an examiner. The advantages of IELTS on computer include faster results, flexible test dates, and a user-friendly interface

IELTS Modules

Listening

This section evaluates your ability to comprehend concepts, identify viewpoints, and track the progression of an argument. The test section lasts about 30 minutes, including 10 minutes at the end, to transfer answers to the answer sheet.During the test, candidates are given four recordings to hear. Each recording is played only once, and the candidate will be given time to read the questions before each section begins.

Reading

This section evaluates your ability to comprehend a text's overall meaning, main concepts, and specific details. It also tests your comprehension of the author's implications and viewpoints. While the IELTS reading test format is similar for both Academic and General Training, the content of the texts and tasks are different.

Writing

This section assesses your proficiency in organising ideas, writing coherent responses, and employing a diverse range of vocabulary and grammar with precision and accuracy. The General and Academic Training Writing tests are evaluated at the same level. The IELTS Academic Writing test covers topics appropriate for undergraduate and postgraduate students. At the same time, the IELTS General Training module includes passages on familiar topics from sources like books, magazines, notices, company handbooks, and guidelines

Speaking

This section evaluates your ability to effectively communicate opinions and information regarding everyday topics and common experiences. It consists of three tasks and lasts for about 11-14 minutes. With the help of a speaking test, the examiner assesses the candidate’s performance based on four criteria: fluency and coherence, lexical resource, grammatical range, and pronunciation.

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